This cake was created from thrift and was supposedly named after its appearance, which reminded people of the muddy Mississippi River bottom.
Originally called omelette à la neige (snow omelet) in reference to the fluffy snow-like appearance of the meringue, île flottante (floating island) has a lengthy history that dates back to the 17th century.
Serve a thick slice for breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up.
Yes, it's a shortcut in a microwave. It's also a gooey, fudgy, wildly good chocolate cake.
Semolina flour and turmeric give this simple cake a sunny hue and nutty flavor.
Make this versatile caramel at home with our slow-simmered method using milk and sugar—or take one of two sweetened condensed milk shortcuts.
Fluffier, fresher, and fancier than anything from a tub or can.
Native American people made these with cornmeal dumplings, simmering them with wild grapes, which were harvested at their peak sweetness.